How India celebrates Diwali from North to South
As the new moon of Kartika approaches, India begins to shimmer. From the ghats of Varanasi to the temples of…
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Diwali: The festival of renewal
As the monsoon clouds recede and the air grows crisp, India awakens to the luminous embrace of Diwali-the festival of…
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The many lights of Diwali: From Ramayana to the modern world
Every autumn, as the monsoon retreats and a crisp brightness fills the air, India transforms into a spectacle of radiance.…
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Bhai Dooj – The festival of sibling love
As the lamps of Diwali slowly fade and the fragrance of sweets still lingers in the air, India celebrates one…
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Govardhan Puja, Annakut, Padwa: A celebration of faith, gratitude and renewal
Honoring Lord Krishna, Nature's Bounty, and the Bonds of Prosperity and Love The fourth day of Diwali, following the radiant…
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Lakshmi Puja: The radiant heart of Diwali
Welcoming the Goddess of Wealth, Wisdom, and Inner Illumination Diwali, the grand Festival of Lights, reaches its spiritual and emotional…
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Chhoti Diwali: Cleansing the self, welcoming the divine
The soft glow of oil lamps, the fragrance of freshly applied ubtan, and the gentle hum of festive anticipation fill…
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Five days of Diwali: A journey from darkness to light
Diwali, often called the Festival of Lights, is not merely a single day of celebration but a grand five-day festival…
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When Lakshmi adopted Ganesha: The divine bond behind Diwali’s twin worship
On the night of Diwali, homes across India shimmer with lamps, prayers, and devotion. Amid the joyous sparkle, one sacred…
Read MoreWhen Lakshmi adopted Ganesha: The divine bond behind Diwali’s twin worship
On the night of Diwali, homes across India shimmer with lamps, prayers, and devotion. Amid the joyous sparkle, one sacred…
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EXPERIENCE A THEATRICAL PRESENTATION: FROM CREATION TO FORMATION OF THE EARLY CHURCH
By Mabel Pais ‘THE THORN,’ a powerful and popular live theatrical event that will bring the passion of Jesus to…
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Ahoi Ashtami Vrat: A mother’s prayer for her children’s well-being
Ahoi Ashtami, one of the most significant fasting days observed by Hindu mothers, is a festival of devotion, maternal love,…
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Karva Chauth: A timeless celebration of love, faith and tradition
In India's vibrant calendar of festivals, Karva Chauth stands out as one of the most intimate and emotionally powerful observances.…
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Navratri and Navgraha – Amazing secrets of goddess worship
Navratri, meaning "nine nights," is one of Hinduism's most spiritually charged festivals, devoted to the worship of Goddess Durga and…
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Dussehra: The eternal triumph of good over evil
The arrival of autumn in India carries with it a unique vibrancy. The monsoon rains retreat, leaving the air crisp…
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The role of Shakti in creation
Shakti in Sanskrit means, power or energy. In Hinduism energy belongs to the domain of Prakriti or the female aspect…
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Durga Puja: Grand festival of divine mother
Durga Puja, the biggest and most vibrant festival of Bengal and one of the grandest celebrations in India, is much…
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Shardiya Navratri: The auspicious nine nights of devotion, culture and celebration
In the vast panorama of India's cultural and spiritual heritage, few festivals capture the imagination and devotion of millions as…
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Matra Navami: The sacred day of remembering mothers and maternal ancestors
India's spiritual traditions are rooted in the concept of shraddha-reverence and gratitude toward those who came before us. Among the…
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Pitru Paksha – Honoring the ancestors in Hindu tradition
Pitru Paksha, literally meaning "Fortnight of the Ancestors", is a sacred period in the Hindu calendar dedicated to expressing gratitude…
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Radhastami: The divine birth of Radha Rani
Radhastami, the birth anniversary of Goddess Radha, is celebrated with great fervor in Hinduism, highlighting her divine love for Krishna.…
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Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi is one of the important Hindu festivals celebrated throughout India with a great…
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Varaha Jayanti: When the Cosmic Boar rescued the earth
In the Hindu cosmic cycle, whenever the balance between righteousness (dharma) and unrighteousness (adharma) tilts dangerously, Lord Vishnu descends to…
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Kinner Kailash Yatra: A sacred trek to the abode of Shiva
Kinner Kailash is an important religious place for Hindus and Buddhism. Kinner Kailash is a symbol of faith for Hindus.…
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Nag Panchami: The sacred day of the serpent gods
Panchami of Shukla Paksha of Shravan month is known as Nag Panchami. Snakes are worshiped on this day. On this…
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Hariyali Teej: Celebrating the reunion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati
Hariyali Teej is a famous festival of Hindus. This festival is celebrated on Tritiya of Shukla Paksha of Shravan month.…
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Kanwar Yatra: A sacred journey of devotion and endurance
The Kanwar Yatra is one of the largest religious pilgrimages in India, undertaken predominantly during the Hindu month of Shravan…
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Sawan Maas: A journey through faith, fasting and the flow of grace
As the skies open up with the first showers of monsoon and the scent of wet earth rises, India enters…
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Sacred sojourn in the Himalayas: The timeless journey of Amarnath Yatra
High in the Himalayan ranges of Jammu & Kashmir, nestled at an altitude of nearly 3,888 meters (12,756 feet), lies…
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Yogini Ekadashi: A sacred observance of devotion, detachment and redemption
Yogini Ekadashi, one of the 24 revered Ekadashis in the Hindu lunar calendar, holds profound spiritual significance. Observed during the…
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